Overview

• An anonymous Reddit post detailed how an employee with four years of experience was denied a promotion because their efficiency made them 'too hard to replace.'
• The promotion was instead awarded to a colleague with only six months on the team, sparking frustration and online discussions.
• The employee's manager reportedly justified the decision by stating, 'You make it look too easy,' highlighting the 'competence trap' phenomenon.
• The post has gone viral, with users sharing similar experiences and calling out inequities in workplace recognition and promotion practices.
• Experts and commentators are weighing in on how organizations should address the balance between operational continuity and fair career progression.